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Eco Sculptures

Creative kids let their imagination go crazy with recycled materials. Wear clothes that can get messy. Ages 5-8....

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Vermont Youth Rock the State House

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Sugar & Snowshoe Festival

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January 2020: Childhood Friends Deliver Beds to Families in Need; Tips for Making Low-Waste Lunches; Libraries Loan More Than Just Books; Students Reflect on Their Screen Use; Summer Camp Guide

December 2019: On the Menu: Winter Family Fun; Spanish Immersion in Jericho; Creating a Reuse Zone; How to Build an Igloo; Cheering on UVM Women’s Hockey;

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Yoga Pose of the Month: Triangle

Benefits: Strengthens core muscles Stretches side body, legs, shoulders and chest Twisting slightly may improve digestion Steps: Begin in star pose Point right toes... more
Young Woman Warrior

Fourteen-year-old Rose Lord of Charlotte sings vocals in an acoustic band called Minimal Prep. That fact is a wee bit ironic, considering that her... more
Family Portrait: Akol, Martha, Deng, Adut and Ngong

Kids VT: Martha and Akol, you're parents of three kids in three different schools, and you both work. That sounds busy! Martha: Adut and... more
What Should Parents Know About Car Seats?

Driving is among the most dangerous activities parents do with their children. Though most moms and dads know to secure their children in a... more
Sticking It Out Until Spring

Time for a confession. Before I moved to Vermont 16 years ago, I'd never been to a sugarhouse. Now, my family's mud season isn't... more
Real to Reel: The Seven-Year Journey to Finding a Diagnosis for My Son

When I reflect on the seven-year span between the day a pediatrician noticed something was wrong with my baby and the day we finally... more
Taking the Pulse of Proficiency: What's the Future of This Learning Model in Vermont?

If you're a parent with school-aged kids, chances are you've heard the term "proficiency-based learning." It's a hot topic, and for good reason: Vermont's... more

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Kidstructive Fun

155 Dorset St
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 495-5916

At Kidstructive Fun toy store, a local family-owned business, you'll find toys, games, STEM products, dolls, dinosaurs, building kits, puppets, puzzles, stuffed animals, crafts, rockets, and more for kids of all ages. With over 400 brands from around the world, you're sure to discover treasures on every shelf! We have two locations to serve you - in the University Mall in South Burlington and in the Champlain Centre in Plattsburgh. Stop in and ask our friendly staff to help you find the perfect gift for your child or "child at heart". Open 7 days a week ~ hope to see you soon!

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The Willowell Foundation

Lincoln, VT

The Willowell Foundation offers a wide array of outdoor education opportunities for youth and adults in Addison County. Children in our programs have opportunities to connect deeply to the natural world, explore creatively, and learn from positive adult mentors. We foster environmental stewardship and engage community members through place-based learning.…(more)

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Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center

Burlington, VT

Summer is all about fun, new friends, and exciting adventures. Community Sailing Center summer camps are designed to teach kids ages 6 through 17 the safety, skill, and joy involved in the life-long sport of sailing. Organized by age group and led by certified instructors, camp options include sailing-only and…(more)

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